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| The Italian Sustainable Poplar Plantation Management Standard has achieved PEFC endorsement as an additional and integral part of the previously endorsed Italian Forest Certification Scheme. The endorsement includes corresponding changes in the Italian Forest Certification Scheme. A thorough standards development process, detailed consultations with stakeholder groups of society and an independent assessment preceded this endorsement.
"We are proud that the Poplar Standard has gained international recognition as an integral part of the Italian Forest Certification Scheme through PEFC endorsement", said Mr Antonio Brunori, Secretary General of PEFC Italia. "The timber production from poplar plantations represents 50% of Italy's national timber production and we have noted a growing demand for certified poplar products by the market and Italian panel industry. Poplar growers will now be able to certify their wood according to the internationally recognised PEFC system."
For more information please contact:
Mr Antonio Brunori, Secretary General PEFC Italy, Tel: +39 075 599 72 95
Mr Ben Gunneberg, Secretary General PEFC Council, Tel: +352 26 25 90 59
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